BAKSHAISH
Northwest Persian Antique Carpet

(Connoisseur-Caliber) This antique Bakshaish is a highly authentic folk art carpet that offers a unique opportunity for creating a memorable space. Its exuberant blending of intriguing stylized motifs creates a rhythmic appeal in a serene yet energetic allover pattern. Between the latticework matrix of flowerheads are smaller-scale blossoms, and geometricized foliage provides additional visual interest, accented by sublimely harmonious natural earth hues. Tiny ethereal shapes outlined in ivory also float within the terra cotta ground, spontaneous “doodles” that appear to advance and recede into the background adding another layer of dimensionality. A classic Bakshaish border is a signature feature with large rosettes and serrated oak leaves in a marvelously abrashed, luminous “Bakshaish Blue” border. With the supply of room-size camelhair rugs becoming exceptionally scarce on the world market, this engaging century-old antique carpet offers numerous interior decorative possibilities from a rare village style. Its notably modern palette incorporates low-contrast tones in a way that will thrive in contemporary interiors. Another allure is its extremely durable, heavier pile condition.

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